Bolbitius coprophilus typically thrives on dung, which serves as a vital nutrient source, favoring warm, grassy habitats. This small, delicate mushroom has a transient existence, swiftly emerging and maturing before decomposing. It features a quickly dissolving cap that shifts from yellow to a more translucent state as it ages, leaving behind a slender, fragile stem.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 5 cm
Odor:
Mildly pleasant, not strongly scented.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Bolbitius coprophilus
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Attributes of Bolbitius coprophilus
Cap Diameter
1 - 5 cm
Height
2 - 4 cm
Cap
Cap 1 - 6 cm across; beige to greyish, pink, reddish; surface smooth
Cap Shape
Convex, Central Bump
Cap Surfaces
Slimy or slightly sticky, Visible lines or stripes
Gills
Free; close; whitish to orange brown to cinnamon
Gill Attachment
Attached
Stem
Stem 2 - 4 cm long, 2 - 4 mm thick; whitish, ochraceous
Stem Shapes
Cylindrical
Stem Cross Sections
Hollow or cottony hollow
Flesh
Thin; fragile
Ring
Ringless
Spore Print Color
Reddish brown
Odor
Mildly pleasant, not strongly scented.
Body Color
Brown
Gray
White
Pink
Cream
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Growth Form
Scattered, Gregarious
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic
Substrate
On animal dung
You can find Bolbitius coprophilus by these plants:
Lindens
Species Status
Rare but widespread
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Bolbitius coprophilus
Manure and various dung, smoked meadows
Scientific Classification of Bolbitius coprophilus
